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U.S. ARMY

The U.S. Army is made up of the most dedicated, most respected soldiers in the world. These soldiers protect America's Freedoms while serving at home and abroad, and they are always prepared to defend the nation in times of need.

U.S. MARINES

We are soldiers of the sea, providing forces and detachments to naval ships and shore operations. We are global leaders, developing expeditionary doctrine and innovations that set the example, and leading other countries' forces and agencies in the multinational military operations. These unique capabilities make us "First to Fight", and our nations first line of defense.

U.S. NAVY

America's Navy is a force as relevant today as it's been historically significan for the last 238 years. The times may change, the threats may become more obscure, the complex nature of 21st century life may make the demand for such presence less obvious. However, now more than ever, the Navy is something to be aware of Something to be thankful for. Something to be proud of.

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U.S. AIR FORCE

Air Force has a vision of Global Vigilance, Reach and Power. That vision orbits around three core competencies: developing airmen, technology to war fighting and integrating operations. These core competencies make our six distinctive capabilities possible.

NATIONAL GUARD

Our versatility enables us to respond to domestic emergencies, overseas combat missions, counter-drug efforts, reconstruction missions and more.

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U.S. COAST GUARD

We protect the personal safety and security of our people; the marine transportation system and infrastructure; our natural and economic resources; and the territorial integrity of our nation-from both internal and external threats, natural and man-made.

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WELCOME TO RICHARD CORBETT BROWN__CHOWCHILLA

Welcome to Richard Corbett Brown Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 9896. We are located at 245 S 5th Street, Chowchilla, CA 93610. Our meetings are held on the second Tuesday of the month at 7 PM. The Post building has some significant Chowchilla history to it. The building was the original train station built by the railroad in 1923, just south of Robertson Boulevard. As shipping and passenger train use declined in the 1950's, the Southern Pacific Railroad sold the historic building to the VFW Post for just $1. In the early 1960's, the VFW moved the physical depot to its current home on Veterans Boulevard (S. 5th Street). Today, the Post is a gathering place for local Veterans and frequently hosts events, meal services, and community projects. 
 

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As yesterday's defenders of freedom...

 ...we want to welcome today's military service members into our ranks to become part of our elite group.

WWII, Korean War, Vietnam War, Persian Gulf War, Kosovo, War in Afghanistan, War in Iraq, War on Global Terror and other Peace-Keeping Expeditionary Campaigns throughout the globe.

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 to supporting those who sacrifice so much for this country, veterans, service members in the US Armed Forces, and their families and continues to be a voice for returning and currently deployed service members and their families.

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Statewide News

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California VFW Calls on Congress to Keep Its Promise to America’s Veterans

The Veterans of Foreign Wars Department of California today urged Congress to revise H.R. 9237, the Take Care of America’s Veterans Act, to protect earned disability benefits for future disabled veterans while preserving the legislation’s many positive reforms.

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VFW Department of California Elects Paula Jansen as State Commander During 106th Annual State Convention

Veterans from across California gathered in Sacramento for leadership elections, training, recognition, and more

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2026-2027 VFW-SVA Legislative Fellowship Applications Now Open

WASHINGTON - The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) and Student Veterans of America (SVA) are now accepting applications from st...

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VFW Condemns Vandalism of National World War II Memorial

WASHINGTON - The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) strongly condemns today's disgraceful vandalism of the National World War II Memor...

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That the purpose of this Corporation shall be fraternal, patriotic, historical, charitable, and educational: to preserve and strengthen comradeship among its members; to assist worthy comrades; to perpetuate the memory and history of our dead; and to assist their widows and orphans; to maintain true allegiance to the Government of the United States of America, and fidelity to its Constitution and laws; to foster true patriotism; to maintain and extend the institutions of American freedom, and to preserve and defend the United States from all her enemies.